ISO 22301 Training Programs
Welcome to Quality Academy’s ISO 22301 training programs. ISO 22301 is the international standard for business continuity management systems (BCMS), designed to help organizations prepare for, respond to, and recover from disruptive incidents. Whether you’re new to business continuity management or looking to lead audits within your organization, our comprehensive training programs are designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to ensure your organization’s resilience and continuity in the face of unexpected events.
Foundation Course
Target Audience Beginners new to ISO 22301- Employees needing basic understanding- Professionals exploring business continuity management
Prerequisite None
Course Objective Grasp the fundamentals of ISO 22301- Understand the structure of business continuity management systems- Learn the benefits of ISO 22301 certification
Duration 8 hours
Course Content Overview of ISO 22301:2019- Key concepts of business continuity management- Introduction to risk-based thinking- Leadership and commitment
Assessment None
Certification Certification of Completion
Ideal For Entry-level business continuity professionals- Support staff- Employees needing basic BCMS knowledge
Next Steps Progress to Internal Auditor Course
Internal Auditor Course
Target Audience Business continuity managers and professionals responsible for internal audits- Managers seeking to assess BCMS compliance- Team members tasked with maintaining organizational resilience
Prerequisite Basic understanding of ISO 22301- Completion of Foundation course recommended
Course Objective Learn to plan and conduct internal audits- Understand the auditor’s role in maintaining BCMS effectiveness- Develop skills for reporting and corrective actions
Duration 16 hours
Course Content Audit planning and preparation- Conducting audits and gathering evidence- Reporting non-conformities- Follow-up and corrective actions
Assessment Practical exercises and assessments- In-course assessment of audit skills
Certification Certification of Achievement (CQI and IRCA)
Ideal For Business continuity managers- Internal auditors- Team members involved in BCMS maintenance
Next Steps Progress to Lead Auditor Course
Lead Auditor Course
Target Audience Experienced auditors aiming to lead BCMS audits- BCMS managers responsible for audit processes- Consultants involved in ISO 22301 certification
Prerequisite Basic understanding of ISO 22301- Completion of Foundation course recommended
Course Objective Master the audit process from planning to reporting- Lead audit teams in compliance with ISO 19011 and ISO 22301- Manage audit findings and ensure BCMS improvement
Duration 40 hours
Course Content Detailed ISO 22301:2019 requirements- Managing an audit team- Advanced interviewing techniques- Preparing for certification audits
Assessment Final exam (CQI and IRCA certified)- Practical audit assessment- Continuous evaluation throughout the course
Certification Certification of Achievement (CQI and IRCA)
Ideal For Senior auditors- Business continuity leaders- Consultants and professionals aiming to lead audits in business continuity management
Next Steps Advanced auditing roles- Consultancy and leadership in business continuity management
By choosing Quality Academy’s ISO 22301 training programs, you’re taking a crucial step towards ensuring the resilience and continuity of your organization in the face of potential disruptions. Whether you’re gaining foundational knowledge, conducting internal audits, or leading audit teams, our expert-led courses will provide you with the essential skills and knowledge to achieve and maintain ISO 22301 certification.
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